A bit of advertising:
WRITING WORKSHOP WEEKEND
28-30 November 2008
I have run these weekends several times, and by popular request another one is now being planned. Maximum size of the group will be 12. The theme this time will be archetypes, and the basic roots of our stories. Also writing games, a bit of free time and plenty of good food and drink. Contact me for more details.
ALSO:
MANUSCRIPT DOCTORING SERVICE
Let me improve your chances of getting your novel published. I have worked in publishing in a number of different capacities since the 1970s. I can help you shift your novel from an imperfect candidate for the slush pile to something that will at least be read with interest. I can also tell you honestly if you have produced something that really isn''t ever going to make the grade.
As an average, I charge £120 for a 4-5 page commentary, if I think the novel has promise. I can also make introductions where appropriate to editors and/or agents. If I decide I can''t help, I would only charge £25 as a basic reading fee.
Although my own genre is crime, I have worked with sagas, historicals, general fiction and thrillers. I can supply testimonials.
Contact me if you are interested.
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